Job Summary:
Meridian Cooperative is seeking a Senior Database Administrator (Sr. DBA) with deep expertise in Oracle and cross-platform database environments to play a critical role in our enterprise data strategy. This role involves architecting resilient systems, optimizing performance at scale, and introducing AI/ML-driven automation to modernize database operations.
Responsibilities:
• Design and implement High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) solutions using: + Oracle Data Guard / Active Data Guard / RAC + SQL Server Always-On Availability Groups + PostgreSQL replication
• Lead DR drills and ensure alignment with RTO/RPO objectives
• Conduct deep-dive performance tuning leveraging: + AWR, ASH, SQL Trace, TKPROF, DBMS_XPLAN
• Optimize complex PL/SQL and high-volume transaction workloads
• Implement SQL Plan Baselines and advanced tuning strategies
• Architect enterprise backup and recovery strategies using: + RMAN, Data Pump, GoldenGate
• Support cloning, migration, and cross-platform data movement
• Deploy and manage databases across: + AWS (RDS, Aurora, EC2) + Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)
• Drive monitoring, security, and cost optimization using: + CloudWatch, IAM, KMS, OCI Monitoring
• Implement advanced security controls: + Transparent Data Encryption (TDE) + Unified Auditing, Database Vault
• Ensure compliance with standards such as PCI, SOX
• Support SQL Server (T-SQL, SSMS, Always-On)
• Manage PostgreSQL environments (replication, extensions)
• Provide guidance on NoSQL platforms (MongoDB, DynamoDB, Redis)
• Develop advanced shell scripting frameworks with logging and error handling
• Leverage AI/ML tools for: + Anomaly detection + Predictive performance tuning + Proactive incident prevention
• Explore GenAI-assisted automation for SQL optimization and documentation
• Mentor and develop junior DBAs
• Lead database initiatives and contribute to enterprise architecture decisions
• Review and guide schema design for scalability and performance
Qualifications:
Required:
• 6–12 years of hands-on DBA experience in enterprise environments
• Deep expertise in Oracle database administration and PL/SQL development
• Strong background in performance tuning and query optimization
• Backup/recovery (RMAN, Data Guard, GoldenGate)
• Cloud platforms (AWS, OCI)
• Experience supporting SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and NoSQL databases
• Advanced skills in shell scripting and automation
• Database security and compliance
• Schema design, indexing, partitioning
• Strong Linux/Unix administration and OS-level tuning expertise
• Exposure to AI/ML-driven monitoring and automation tools
• Excellent communication skills and proven ability to lead and mentor teams
Preferred:
• Oracle Database Administration Certified Professional (OCP)
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate
• AWS Certified Database – Specialty
• Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Architect Associate
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate
Company:
Meridian Cooperative is a not-for-profit cooperative, leader in the development of innovative utility software and technology solutions. Founded in 1976, the company is headquartered in Atlanta, USA, with a team of 501-1000 employees. The company is currently Late Stage.